by Guy Skillett | May 11, 2020 | Construction Technology, T&M Tracking, Workers First
As our industry continues to navigate through this crisis, the companies that will come through the storm successfully will rely on data-driven solutions moving into the future. The typical construction project generates tremendous amounts of data. Harnessing,...
by Guy Skillett | May 6, 2020 | Construction Productivity, Craft Workers, Workers First
As the COVID crisis continues to impact the world, its effects on the US economy and the construction industry is rapidly evolving. Shelter-in-place, social distancing, and travel restrictions are likely to impact much of the population for the foreseeable future. ...
by Rhumbix Editorial Staff | Feb 11, 2019 | Craft Workers, Workers First
The construction industry works hard and fast. Being a self-employed contractor requires skill, organization, and a digital foreman to keep you steady. So, what does this mean for you as a contractor who’s either starting out or who wants to work smarter?...
by Rhumbix Editorial Staff | Nov 9, 2018 | Craft Workers, Leadership, Workers First
Since 2008, the US labor force has been steadily declining. This year, only 62.8% of the population is working or actively looking for work. Part of this is due to all those Baby Boomers who are leaving the workforce. Economists predict that the situation will not...
by Francine Harris | Sep 26, 2018 | Construction Productivity, Craft Workers, Workers First
We believe that teams should get the most out of their tools both in and out of the field. Projects, priorities, and timelines change, but the values of construction productivity and accountability remain the same. That’s why we’re launching a mini-series on our blog,...
by Rhumbix Editorial Staff | Aug 20, 2018 | Craft Workers, Leadership, Workers First
Construction is hard work and it can be difficult to keep a positive and motivated crew when the days are long, the weather doesn’t cooperate, and there are setbacks on the job site. A happy worker is a much more productive worker than one that is unsatisfied...